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[Psychiatrist's burnout. A survey].
L Livianos Aldana1, C De Las Cuevas Castresana, L Rojo Moreno
1Universidad de Valencia, Hospital Universitario "La Fe", Valencia, 46010, España.
Actas Espanolas De Psiquiatria
|November 5, 1999
Summary
Burnout syndrome is higher among Spanish psychiatrists than previously reported. Only sex influenced depersonalization scores, suggesting broader societal factors may contribute to burnout.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Occupational Health
Context:
- Burnout syndrome is a significant concern in healthcare professions.
- Previous studies on burnout among psychiatrists lacked national reference values.
Purpose:
- To determine the prevalence of burnout syndrome among Spanish psychiatrists.
- To identify sociodemographic and work-related factors influencing burnout.
Summary:
- A survey using the Maslach Burnout Inventory was administered to psychiatrists at the National Congress of Psychiatry in Valencia.
- Statistical analysis, including multivariate methods, examined burnout scores and influencing variables.
- Results indicated higher burnout scores than previously published, with sex being the only significant factor for depersonalization.
Impact:
- Provides national reference values for burnout syndrome in Spanish psychiatrists.
- Highlights the need to consider the current socio-economic situation in Spain regarding psychiatrist burnout.
- Suggests further research into the specific impact of sex on depersonalization in this professional group.